Anna Mathews | Usher Transport
Usher Transport, which this year is celebrating 80 years in business, exemplifies a people-first philosophy rooted in family values, safety, and continuous improvement, ensuring longevity and industry leadership through generations.
Driven by an enduring "people-first" legacy, fourth-generation bulk hauler proves prioritizing culture and integrity is the ultimate engine for long-term safety and growth.
Anna Mathews | Usher Transport
Usher Transport marks 80 years of family-led success in the bulk hauling industry, evolving from a small operation to a $63 million enterprise that values integrity, service, and innovation.
Groendyke Transport
John D. Groendyke, a prominent industry leader and chairman of Groendyke Transport, passed away June 13 at 81 years old. He played a pivotal role in expanding the family business and was deeply involved in tank truck industry advocacy, outdoor conservation efforts, and philanthropy in Oklahoma.
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Bulk fleets that prioritize cash management, step-by-step growth, and technology aligned with fundamentals are better equipped to handle market shifts, avoiding common pitfalls like overinvestment and chasing low-margin freight.
Eagle Transport
Don Stallings, a pioneering figure in the tank truck industry and founder of Eagle Transport, transformed a family business into a major regional enterprise, exemplifying leadership and innovation in transportation and petroleum distribution.
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Fleet Management

Fleet Advantage
The TRUST Safety Index from Fleet Advantage reveals top logistics companies excel in safety and compliance, with significantly reduced violation rates, though brake and tire issues remain areas for ongoing vigilance.
New insights from Fleet Advantage’s 2026 TRUST Safety Index highlight how leading logistics organizations are leveraging predictive analytics to maintain superior CSA scores and...
June 11, 2026
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Driven by early EPA pre-buys and robust replacement needs, heavy-duty vehicle procurement posted massive gains last month, putting pressure on manufacturing backlogs ahead of the historical summer lull.
Preliminary data from FTR and ACT show North American fleet demand more than doubling year-over-year, leaving manufacturers racing to build backlogs before the summer slowdown...
June 11, 2026
Trucker Path
Trucker Path has expanded its truck parking solutions, now offering over 50,000 reservable spots across the U.S., helping drivers find secure, long-term parking through its app.
The industry solutions provider’s app now includes reservable overnight and longer-term truck parking throughout North America.
June 11, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Hoyer’s state-of-the-art cotac depot in Pasadena, Texas, features advanced cleaning technology, safety innovations, and expanded capacity, supporting North American bulk logistics and nearshoring trends with a focus on quality and safety.
A recent $15 million investment transformed the global transportation giant’s Texas operation into a world-class hub for liquid cargo efficiency, adding automated cleaning and...
June 10, 2026

Hazmat/Safety

NMFTA
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association introduces a free Threat Report Portal enabling transportation stakeholders to anonymously share cyber and cargo crime incidents, fostering industry-wide threat awareness and proactive defense strategies.
Organizations now can anonymously report freight fraud, cargo crime, and cyber threats while gaining visibility into incidents from across the transportation sector.
June 10, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Sentry Road’s platform, developed with industry partnerships, enhances safety, compliance, and operational efficiency for tank truck companies, with recent innovations like Cleaning Rack software streamlining billing and documentation processes.
How a Florida-based startup evolved from a niche solution into a powerhouse of purpose-built software for the tank truck industry—with help from Express Container.
June 8, 2026
Sentry Road
A wash technician cleans the exterior of a Heniff tank trailer. Heniff Transportation and its subsidiary, Total Clean, are among the major industry players utilizing Sentry Road’s specialized, purpose-built training modules to enhance safety and compliance for their technicians.
Explore Sentry Road’s evolution into a powerhouse provider of purpose-built safety training and digital tools designed to automate the industry’s cleaning racks.
June 8, 2026
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Federal agencies warn that malicious actors are exploiting internet-exposed monitoring systems to manipulate tank levels and disable critical leak detection alerts, potentially...
June 5, 2026

Green Trends

Hendrickson
Hendrickson's new solar farm in Crest Hill, Illinois, features over 2,040 panels and generates 1.55 MWh annually, powering the plant and supplying excess energy to the grid, marking a major step in their sustainability efforts.
More than 2,000 panels now are generating renewable energy for the manufacturer’s bumper plant in Crest Hill, Illinois.
June 9, 2026
Peacock
ADM Trucking's state-of-the-art new wash rack in Decatur, Illinois, is boosting efficiency, safety, and supply chain integrity for the food ingredient giant's massive private fleet.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at ADM Trucking’s new multi-million-dollar tank trailer cleaning facility in Decatur, Illinois.
June 3, 2026
Hendrickson
Hendrickson introduces ElecTraax, a lightweight, high-efficiency electric drive axle designed for Class 6–7 medium-duty trucks, featuring an integrated ePowertrain that maximizes efficiency and range.
The lightweight new ElecTraax is designed to deliver epowertrain efficiency, modular flexibility, and reliable performance for medium-duty vehicles.
May 11, 2026
Fox40 | West-Mark
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife uses a West-Mark ‘FishTrucka’ tank wagon and ‘FishTLR-Ta’ tank trailer to restock Lake Oroville with Chinook fingerlings.
May 4, 2026

Technology

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The CDS2000 by Turbines Inc. is a cutting-edge cryogenic flow monitoring system designed for tank trucks and bulk delivery, offering real-time measurement, system protection, and custody transfer compliance in extreme conditions down to -450°F, ensuring accuracy and safety.
Turbines’ CDS2000 system is specifically engineered for tank truck transportation, simplifying complex liquid bulk delivery operations while supporting strict safety and custody...
June 5, 2026
Richards Building Supply
Early pilot results from Richards Building Supply in the U.S., Richfords in the U.K., and King Township in Canada show rewarding drivers for safe behavior outperforms traditional monitoring alone.
Recent trials in the U.S., U.K., and Canada demonstrate how shifting safety management directly to drivers through a rewards-based app mitigates speeding and collision risks.
June 4, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Trimble Insight 2026 is a premier three-day event bringing together over 1,200 supply chain professionals to explore AI, emerging trends, and operational transformation through educational sessions, demos, and networking in San Diego.
The annual technology-focused event this year will showcase AI, innovation, and connection in the transportation industry Sept. 27-29 in San Diego.
May 21, 2026
Datatruck
Datatruck has expanded its fuel integration network to 16 partners, providing carriers with real-time access to critical cost data, streamlining operations, and improving financial visibility for small fleets without dedicated data teams.
With native connections to Pilot, EFS, ComData, Relay Payments, Motive, and more, Datatruck’s TMS platform is designed to eliminate the manual reconciliations that distort carrier...
May 21, 2026

Regulations

JJ Keller
J.J. Keller & Associates introduces a free ERG app available on Apple and Google Play, providing quick digital access to the Emergency Response Guidebook, supporting emergency preparedness for drivers and responders.
The new easy-to-use new digital resource is designed to support enhanced emergency response preparedness by complementing the required Emergency Response Guidebook.
June 5, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Jeremy Mairs, the 79th NTTC Chairman and CEO of Cox Petroleum, brings a driver’s perspective to industry leadership, emphasizing advocacy, safety, and regulatory challenges in the tank truck sector.
The Fleet Lead
Jeremy Mairs, president and CEO of Cox Petroleum and new NTTC chairman, talks about growing up in the industry and working under California regulations. What does Mairs have on...
June 2, 2026
FMCSA
The Department of Transportation this week announced a $580 billion highway bill alongside new safety investments, including a modernized registration system called Motus, aimed at reducing fraud and improving oversight of trucking operations. The combined initiatives enhance data accuracy, streamline processes, and support industry compliance, while allocating signficant funding for safety enforcement and workforce development.
The agency is rolling out a major overhaul of its ‘decrepit’ federal registration system while also making available tens of millions in grant funding for trucking safety and ...
May 21, 2026
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The BUILD America 250 Act, a comprehensive five-year transportation bill, introduces a 10% axle weight variance for dry bulk haulers, enhancing operational flexibility while maintaining federal weight limits. Industry leaders praise this practical reform as a significant step forward in freight transportation policy.
The BUILD America 250 Act includes long-sought language allowing a 10% weight allowance for shifting loads—a move hailed by NTTC and ATA as a ‘common-sense’ victory for tank truck...
May 19, 2026

Equipment

Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Explore the extensive renovation of Hoyer’s Pasadena, Texas, cotac campus through a detailed media gallery showcasing advanced cleaning, storage, and maintenance facilities designed to enhance bulk logistics operations.
See an exclusive collection of images that capture the cotac site’s massive 30-acre footprint. These images highlight the 12-bay wash rack, 18-in.-thick concrete for stacking ...
June 10, 2026
Peacock | ADM
ADM has invested in a cutting-edge, food-grade tanker cleaning facility in Decatur, Illinois, featuring advanced automation and sustainability features, ensuring high safety standards and operational efficiency across its extensive transportation network.
A state-of-the art new wash rack in Decatur, Illinois, is boosting efficiency, safety, and supply chain integrity for the food ingredients giant’s private fleet.
June 3, 2026
B&R Repair
EnTrans International acquires B&R Repair, marking its first step to rebuild and expand its service center network across North America, focusing on quality aftermarket services for key trailer brands.
The tank trailer OEM takes the first step in rebuilding its North American service center platform, acquiring three B&R locations to boost aftermarket support for Heil, Polar,...
June 2, 2026
Quincy Benton
Developed with input from veteran fuel haulers, the workbook and workshop aim to standardize safety practices, enhance driver competence, and meet DOT hazmat trainer requirements.
Master transportation safety with the ‘Fuel Hauling Made Easy’ workbook and Certified to Lead workshop. Designed for CDL drivers and fleets, these new tools bridge the gap between...
May 29, 2026

Media Galleries

Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Ronnie McCoy, SWTO manager of fleet safety, training, and compliance, raises his plaque in celebration upon hearing his company revealed as the private-fleet Grand Champion in National Tank Truck Carriers’ 2025 North American safety contest during the 2026 NTTC Annual Conference in Baltimore.
National Tank Truck Carriers decorates three distinguished bulk haulers—a still-expanding industry giant, a family-owned staple, and a leading private fleet—as North American ...
April 23, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
G&D/Hoffman driver Bruce Jones, a proud Marine Corps veteran with over 3.8 million accident-free miles, was named the 2025-26 Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year on Tuesday at the 2026 NTTC Annual Conference in Baltimore.
Bruce Jones, an ardent Marine veteran with 3.8 million accident-free miles, pushes past personal tragedy to become the Illinois-based bulk carrier’s third NTTC Tank Truck Driver...
April 22, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
NTTC Chairman David Price, center, jokes with Hendricks Holding Chairman Diane Hendricks during a tour of STE's new trailing manufacturing facility.
From managing the complexities of “Trump 2.0” and rising insurance costs to advocating for common-sense energy policies regarding electric vehicles, every decision must have a...
April 8, 2026
Odyssey Mfg.
From left to right are Odyssey’s Ralph Carlini, lead driver; Fergus Grogan, logistics coordinator; Mark Lowenstine, operations manager; and Justine Maville, accounts payable specialist.
The UltraChrlor distributor’s Florida-based private fleet is ditching paper for BeyondTrucks’ decision-optimizing transportation management system.
April 1, 2026

Learning Resources

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